1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | A 310 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |